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Role Overview The Design Director provides strategic design leadership across the organization, driving innovation, maintaining the highest standards of quality, and fostering a collaborative culture. This role ensures consistency in design excellence while actively contributing to business development and client success.
Key Responsibilities
Champion and advocate for design quality, creativity, and innovation in alignment with client goals and project vision.
Lead and mentor a team of designers, fostering professional growth and development.
Oversee design presentations and monitor project development to ensure firmwide consistency and excellence.
Provide design direction and guidance throughout all project phases.
Maintain deep knowledge of architectural practice, building materials, construction methods, engineering integration, and codes/costs.
Serve as a thought leader in the design community through participation in professional organizations, outreach, and mentorship.
Collaborate with internal design leaders to strengthen design culture and advance innovative practices.
Integrate emerging technologies and tools into the design process to enhance outcomes.
Contribute to the development and implementation of firmwide design standards and guidelines.
Support marketing and business development efforts with strong design representation.
Qualifications
Minimum of 15 years of professional experience.
Bachelor of Architecture required;advanced degree preferred.
Registered Architect (NCARB).
LEED AP accreditation preferred.
Experience in corporate, educational, and/or healthcare sectors preferred.
Strong commitment to client service and design excellence.
Ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines while maintaining quality.
Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with design tools such as Revit, Rhino, SketchUp, Generative AI, etc.
Strong leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Self-motivated and quality-driven with the ability to engage at all levels of client and stakeholder interaction.
